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Experience the Overwhelming France in Spring and Fall. Best time to visit France.

France is best described as familiar. What else describes the little cafes, the local farmer markets; the cozy bistros and the chalk boards with the dish of the day highlighted on them in front the little diners? Yes, this is where it all originated. France is a world of jaw-dropping architecture and awe-inspiring art. From the remnants of Roman temples to the Renaissance chateaux to the bourgeois Versailles - everything has become iconic landmarks here. However, France is a lot more than just a walk down that history lane. It is above all a gastronomic extravaganza. Whether you are sipping a smoking cup of coffee on a busy evening, or enjoying a fine dining time while staring at the marvellous sunset, you will love every moment in this land of endless possibilities. And the fact that France has been blessed with a lyrical landscape which stuns and surprises you at every corner doesn't hurt either!

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France’s climate differs from region to region. The northern part of France as well as the northwest enjoys a temperate climate all year round. The rest of the country enjoys a climate which is influenced by a number of factors like maritime influences, latitude, and altitude and so on. Southern France is known for its Mediterranean climate. Western France climate is principally oceanic with heavy downpour, mild winters and warm summers. Inland climate is mainly continental with hot summers accentuated by occasional storms and colder rains with frequent rain. Alps and other mountainous regions have almost two hundred days when the temperature ranges below freezing. The snow cover lasts up to six months.

Experts would agree on the fact that France is best visited during spring and fall. These are the times when France can be seen in all its glory. From April to June and then again from September to November, you can get everything best in the country – starting from good train seats to happy faces of restaurant waiters. July and August are over-crowded. It is probably because of this reason that the French people decide to go abroad for vacations during this time of the year – to avoid the influx of crowd.

Any hotels and resorts charge less or even offer discounts and deals during the rainy winters from November to February. However, it is likely that they are booked to the brim by business travellers and MICE travellers. The hotel rates rise during spring and fall, and reach their apex in summer. One travel tip to remember when you are thinking about when to visit France is to not step foot out of your home if you have not confirmed your reservation especially during the first two weeks of October in even-numbered years. When you visit France, always remember to book as early as possible.